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When it comes to having the perfect body, no workout technique is more
effective than yoga. While it can be used to achieve ideal health, yoga
can also aid in sculpting the abs perfectly. Here are some yoga postures
to help you achieve the perfect body you dream of. All you need is a
yoga mat to get you started.

Hand and Knees BalanceThe following posture tests core strengths, builds muscular mass, improves balance while building your abs at the same time.

Step OneRest
your body on all fours, with your hands placed directly under your
shoulders and your knees resting directly underneath your hips.Step TwoExtend your right leg out and keep it straight on the floor.

Step ThreeLift your right leg to the same height as your hips. Keep them in the same alignment as before.Step FourLift your left arm to the shoulder level and keep it outstretched.Step FiveBalance your body weight on the right arm and left leg and keep your spine straight. Hold this position for 10 counts.Step SixExhale as you return to your starting position. Rest for 5 counts and repeat the posture with the other leg.

Downward-Facing Dog Pose (Adho Mukha Svanasana)This posture is great for building resistance in the abdominal muscles, along with strengthening the spine.

Step OneRest your body on all fours, with your hands underneath your shoulders and knees aligned under the hips.Step TwoKeep your hands and feet on the ground and push your hips outward, keeping your feet straight.Step ThreeBalance your weight on the forearms and fingers and keep your head hung low.Step FourBalance your weight in such a way that the bulk is removed from the arms, thereby reducing muscular strain.Step FiveKeep your legs as straight as possible and your heels flat on the floor.Step SixExhale as you relax your posture and gradually sink to your starting position. Rest for 5 counts and repeat.

Plank Pose (Vashisthasana)This yoga posture can be continued from
the Downward-Facing Dog pose discussed earlier. This enhances resistance
in the abdominal muscles and also improves the strength in the arms and
shoulders.

Step OneHaving assumed the Downward Facing Dog Pose, adjust your body weight such that your arms are directly below your shoulders.Step TwoLower your hips till your torso is in a straight line with the legs.Step ThreeDistribute
the weight among your toes and hands such that you can comfortably rest
in this position without straining your limbs.Step FourKeep your neck in the same line with the rest of your body and hold this position for 10 counts.Step FiveExhale and relax your posture gradually to lie on your stomach, on the mat.

The Boat Pose (Navasana)This posture is excellent in building
abdominal core strengths and creating greater muscular resistance among
the legs, hamstrings and spine.

Step OneSit on the floor with your spine straight, your legs parted and outstretched in front of you.Step TwoGradually bring the legs up to a 45 degree angle keeping them straight at the joints, all the way.Step ThreeLet
the torso fall back as you raise your legs, but take care not to bend
your spine. The resultant position will be a ‘V’ shape.Step FourStretch your arms out in a straight line in front of you, perfectly aligned with the shoulders.Step FiveBalance
your weight on your pelvic bones for as long as you can. Try your best
not to let the assumed position collapse. Hold this posture for 10
counts, while you inhale and exhale at an optimum pace.Step SixExhale as you gradually lower your hands and feet on the ground, letting your torso relax. Rest for 5 counts and repeat.

Half-Wheel Pose (Ardha Chakrasana)This posture is extremely helpful
in completely stretching the abdominal and spinal muscles and can be
performed as the great precursor to the Hand-to-Foot Pose.Step OneStand straight on the mat, with your arms extended above your head.Step TwoWhile inhaling deeply, gradually bend backwards with your arms still outstretched and you fingers interlocked.Step ThreeAs you feel the tension in your ribs, bend as far backwards as possible forming an arch with your spine.Step FourHold this position for 5 counts and return to your starting position.Step FiveOnce you are back to your starting position, lower your arms and let your body relax. Rest for 10 counts and repeat.

By performing the suggested postures regularly, you will be able to have the physique you’ve always dreamed of.

Step OneStand straight with your arms touching your ears and stretched outward.Step TwoAs
you inhale, gradually lower your torso and hands, to touch your toes.
Take care not to bend your feet or knees during this process. Keep your
legs straight and distribute the body weight over the balls of your
feet.Step ThreeBend as low as you can, in your attempt to touch
the toes. The ideal position would have your palm flat against the floor
and your torso as low as possible.Step FourLower your head as close to the knees as possible.Step FiveExhale
as you release your muscular grip and gradually rise to your starting
position. Lower your hands to the sides of your body and relax for 5
counts before you begin again. The key to master this posture is in
holding the position for as long as you can. You can initially retain
this position for a few counts and gradually work up the duration to a
minute.

Side Stretches To do the side stretches, you need to stand
straight. Keep your feet apart, at the shoulder’s width. Raise one arm
over your head and lean to that side as far as possible. Repeat this
with the other arm. You should feel the strain on the side of your
belly, since that is where the fat burns off, with the help of this
exercise.

Straight Leg Lift Lie down straight on your back, on a yoga
mat. Place a thin book or other block between your inner thighs. Now,
slowly, bring your legs straight up, with the feet pointing toward the
ceiling, and without the knees bending. Keeping the back pressed to the
ground, maintain this position for a few seconds, before bringing the
legs down without bending. Repeat.

Locust Pose Lie down flat on your yoga mat, with your face
facing down. Stretch out your legs and arms as far wide as possible.
Keeping both arms and legs absolutely straight, lift the head, arms,
chest and legs all at the same time. Maintain this position for a few
seconds before slowly lowering all parts simultaneously. Repeat.

Bridge PoseThis pose is very helpful in burning the belly
fat as well as building the muscles of the abdomen. Lie flat on your
back on your yoga mat. Bend the knees and keep your feet apart from each
other. Your arms should be straight by the side of your body. Now lift
your torso off the ground, leaving your head, arms and feet planted
right where they are. Maintain the position for a few seconds, before
gradually lowering the body back on the mat. Repeat.

Modified WheelAnother tremendous yoga posture, this one is
great for reducing belly fat too. Lie flat on your back on your yoga
mat. Bend the knees and keep the feet a little apart from each other.
Keep your feet and palms flat on the ground. Now lift your hips and
torso up towards the ceiling. Maintain the position for a few seconds.
Gently lower the body back to the ground. Repeat. Regular practice of
some or all of the above positions s bound to flex our abs muscles and
burn the extra flab around the belly.

Comments

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